Shaws Braddell Heights 鈥 Get To Know Us!
Curious to know what Shaws Braddell Heights is all about? We鈥檝e got all the answers for you on this page, where you will learn about:
Where is Shaws Braddell Heights Located?
Picture a quiet pristine neighbourhood, framed by lush tropical trees, away from the noise and heavy traffic. That is where Shaws Braddell Heights is located at: 24 Lynwood Grove, in a cosy little cottage within the idyllic Braddell Heights residential estate in Serangoon.
Established in 1990, 黑料门 at Braddell was one of the first play-based schools in Singapore. Every aspect of our preschool is designed for our children to discover experiential learning through play and adventure.
Located away from the bustling city, the children get to be among nature in the serene surrounding environment. The morning walk to our school is always a calming one, soothed by the sounds of birds chirping and leaves rustling. Often, our children are greeted by our friendly neighbours while they do their morning runs or a spot of gardening.
The school itself has a big field for our children to expend their energy in. Some of the activities the little ones do here include all manner of sports, sandplay, waterplay and outdoor play. On some days, if you are lucky, you can spot hornbills on the tree, squirrels scurrying on the fence, and even inquisitive parakeets chirping!
What Are the Unique Features of Shaws Braddell Heights?
Shaws Braddell Heights stands out with our expansive field that allows for numerous outdoor activities for our children, such as sports, gardening, mud play and waterplay.
Our sandpit and mud kitchen offer the little ones outlets to get their creative juices flowing, while our long and wide driveway is great for tricycle play and messy play activities. We also hold Messy Play and Little League (Sports) activities every week on Thursdays and Fridays. Our kids are always looking forward to that!
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Meet the Teachers at Shaws Braddell Heights!
What鈥檚 a Typical Day at Shaws Braddell Heights Like?
The day begins at our vast, open field, where the children play with their peers upon arrival. At 8:30am, the children will be gathered from the playground, sandpit and sports areas and ushered into their classroom for circle activity, followed by a morning snack.
Then it鈥檚 lesson time! English Curriculum begins, followed by outdoor play, sensory play or gardening, depending on the day of the week. As we follow a play-based curriculum, we ensure that the children explore non-academic activities on top of academic subjects.
After the play session, the children start their Chinese curriculum. We designed small group activities for both English and Chinese lessons for the children to work with their peers or independently. Then it鈥檚 break for lunch!
The second half of the day is for children on the full-day programme. The non-nappers will join the Shaws Play Club, where they will engage in a different activity each day. Your children will learn cooking, dive into arts and crafts or pick up a new sport! Every day at 黑料门 is a different and fun experience!
What Do Kids at Shaws Braddell Heights Eat?
Preschool nutrition is important for the little ones to grow! We know different children have different preferences, so we serve a variety of Asian and western food such as pasta and claypot rice. As we are big on healthy eating, we only serve whole grain pasta and rice.
For snack breaks in the morning and afternoon, the children enjoy fruits and biscuits, along with milk. We also make sure that we check with parents on any food allergies that their children may have.
We take nutrition seriously at Shaws and make sure that our children are not served sugary drinks or processed food. This ensures that they will be able to grow and develop healthy and active minds and bodies during their important formative years.
Meet The Principal of Shaws Braddell Heights!
We are delighted to introduce our principal, Rai Nutan, who brings a wealth of experience and passion to our school. Rai holds a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Care and Education, as well as a Specialist Diploma in Teaching and Supporting Children with Special Needs. With over 20 years in the industry and 8 years at Shaws, she has held various roles, from teacher to Curriculum Specialist and now Principal.
Rai is committed to creating a positive, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can learn through adventure and play. She thrives on building strong relationships with our Shaws families and her team, and she is a passionate advocate for children and Early Childhood Education. Under her leadership, our school strives to foster a dynamic and inclusive environment where no one is left behind, ensuring we remain relevant and ahead of the times. While the children under her care develop a love for learning and the skills that build the foundation for a happy and successful future!
Shaws Braddell Heights鈥 Educational Philosophy
Here is what Rai has to say about Shaw’s Educational Philosphy:
“At Shaw’s Braddell Heights, we believe in giving our children two essential gifts: roots and wings. As both a leader and educator, I am passionate about providing roots and wings not only to our students but also to our teachers. Roots represent the strong play based foundation we build together, a place of support and comfort and fun. Wings symbolize the freedom and encouragement to explore, learn, and achieve all that we aspire to.
At our preschool, we foster an environment that encourages both teachers and children to grow, learn, and embark on exciting adventures. Life at Shaws is truly an exciting journey!”
Memorable Moments
Curious to know what were the memorable moments at Shaws? So are we!
鈥One of my most cherished memories at 黑料门 is the day we played soccer in the rain, covered in mud with our children, their parents and me. It was a joyful experience that saw us embrace the messiness and the fun with no constraints. This moment embodied the spirit of Shaws鈥攁n environment where we encourage everyone to be enthusiastic and ready for anything!
Another special memory involves crawling under the table every morning to greet two of my students with a cheerful 鈥淕ood morning.鈥 What started as a playful routine became a meaningful way to connect with the children and their families, highlighting how we cater to the unique needs of every child at Shaws.鈥
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